Addressing the large gathering following the ‘pran pratistha’ rituals at the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed, “Our Ram has finally arrived.” He spoke of witnessing the divine consciousness in the temple’s sanctum sanctorum and acknowledged the emotions overwhelming him.
After acknowledging the unprecedented patience, sacrifices, and penance, he congratulated the country on the arrival of Lord Ram. Modi declared that Ram Lalla will no longer reside in a tent, emphasizing that this moment marks the end of a prolonged journey. He described January 22 as not just a date on the calendar but the dawn of a new era.
Drawing parallels with breaking free from a mindset of slavery, Modi deemed the consecration ceremony a blessing, asserting that being alive to witness this historic event is a privilege.
He suggested that people will remember this date for thousands of years, thanks to Ram’s supreme blessings. Seeking forgiveness from the deity, Modi acknowledged any lapses that might have caused the delay in reaching this point.
Highlighting the questioning of Ram’s existence, the Prime Minister referenced Lord Ram being on the first page of India’s Constitution. He expressed gratitude to the Supreme Court for upholding the dignity of the law.
